Port Blair, Feb. 14: An orientation programme was organised for the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel at Veer Savarkar International (VSI) Airport, Port Blair to sensitize them about the on-going outbreak of Corona Virus Disease (COVID-2019) across the globe.

The orientation programme was also important because the CISF personnel are the first point of contact for any suspected case coming to these Islands. About 60 CISF personnel participated in the orientation programme at VSI Airport, Port Blair. The orientation programme was imparted by Dr. Avijit Roy, Deputy Director (Health)/Nodal Officer (COVID-2019). The personnel were informed about the background of COVID-2019, present scenario, symptomatology, prevention control of nCOV-2019, about personnel hygiene and better nutrition to boost immunity.

They were also sensitized about how to detect and report any contact of suspected cases coming to Airport. Further they were apprised about the judicious use of mask and the do’s and don’t in Infection Control. 

Recently Infra-red Thermometer was distributed to Medical Team stationed at Airport for easy identification of any febrile passengers.